Lemon Cheese Squares Recipe

Name: Lemon Cheese Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup stick margarine, softened; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 cup 4% cottage cheese; 1 large egg; 1 large egg white; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Servings: persons

1/3 cup stick margarine, softened
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 large egg
1 large egg white
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1
In a bowl, cream margarine and brown sugar. Combine the flour, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350u00b0 for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
2
For filling, place the cottage cheese, egg, egg white and lemon juice in a blender or food processor. Cover and process until smooth. Add the sugar, flour, lemon zest and baking powder; cover and process until blended. Pour over crust.
3
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30-34 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate until chilled. Cut into squares.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup stick margarine, softened, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Lemon Cheese Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Cheese Squares

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